This course introduces and provides hands-on
instruction in ESRI geographic information systems software. GIS
301 is recommended but is NOT a prerequisite. Advanced math or
computing skills are not necessary to enroll in this course.

COURSE SCHEDULE (below) and this syllabus can be accessed at the following
web address:

Students in the computer lab will work through
the PDF manual "Using ArcExplorer," and complete a quiz
for each day of the course.

PREPARATION AND ASSIGNMENTS

You should complete the assigned reading by
the due date. Check the schedule to see if there have been any
revisions. Prepare for the class by taking notes and asking questions
on topics that you do not understand.

QUIZZES / IN-CLASS EXERCISES

Students will work through the textbook and
complete a quiz during each class meeting.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION

Attendance will be taken daily. Class participation
means attending regularly, answering questions in class, asking
appropriate questions, contributing to class. You may be dropped
if you are absent more than twice without notifying the instructor.
However, it is your responsibility if you decide to drop the class.
Do not count on me to drop you before the last date for a "W".

COURSE EVALUATION

In-class Quizzes/Exercises (150 points each)

900 points

Participation

100 points

TOTAL POINTS

1000 points

GRADING

The total number of points that you accumulate
during the semester will determine your final course grade. Final
grades are based on the following percentages of total points: